oil viscosity CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 1.G Owners Manual

•Check belt fit periodically. A child’s squirming or
slouching can move the belt out of position.
•If the shoulder belt contacts the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of the vehicle. Never allow a
child to put the shoulder belt under an arm or behind
their back.
Transporting Pets
Airbags deploying in the front seat could harm your pet.
An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and possibly
injured, or injure a passenger during panic braking or in
a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat in pet harnesses
or pet carriers that are secured by seat belts.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the engine in
your new vehicle.
Drive moderately during the first 300 miles (500 km).
After the initial 60 miles (100 km), speeds up to 50 or 55
mph (80 or 90 km/h) are desirable.
While cruising, brief full-throttle acceleration, within the
limits of local traffic laws, contributes to a good break-in.
Wide open throttle acceleration in low gear can be
detrimental and should be avoided.
The engine oil installed in the engine at the factory is a
high quality energy conserving type lubricant. Oil
changes should be consistent with anticipated climate
conditions under which vehicle operations will occur.
The recommended viscosity and quality grades are
shown in Section 7 of this manual. NON-DETERGENT
OR STRAIGHT MINERAL OILS MUST NEVER BE
USED.
56 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Engine Oil Selection
For best performance and maximum protection under all
types of operating conditions, the manufacturer only
recommends engine oils that are API certified and meet
the requirements of DaimlerChrysler Material Standard
MS-6395.
American Petroleum Institute (API) Engine Oil
Identification Symbol
This symbol means that the oil has
been certified by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). The
manufacturer only recommends
API Certified engine oils.
Engine Oil Viscosity (SAE Grade)
SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended for all operating
temperatures. This engine oil improves low tempera-
ture starting and vehicle fuel economy. Refer to your
engine oil filler cap for the recommended engine oil
viscosity for your vehicle.
For information on engine oil filler cap location, see the
Engine Compartment illustration in this section.
Lubricants which do not have both, the engine oil certi-
fication mark and the correct SAE viscosity grade num-
ber should not be used.
Synthetic Engine Oils
There are a number of engine oils being promoted as
either synthetic or semi-synthetic. If you chose to use
such a product, useonlythose oils that are American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified and have the recom-
mended SAE viscosity grade. Follow the maintenance
schedule that describes your driving type.
260 MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

New Vehicle Break-In Period................ 56
Occupant Restraints....................... 30
Octane Rating, Gasoline................... 221
Odometer............................. 131
Trip .............................131,134
Oil, Engine.........................257,302
Capacity............................ 302
Change Interval....................... 258
Checking............................ 257
Disposal............................ 261
Filter............................... 261
Identification Logo..................... 260
Materials Added to..................... 261
Quality............................. 260
Recommendation...................260,302
Synthetic............................ 260
Viscosity............................ 260
Oil Pressure Light....................... 127Onboard Diagnostic System..............254,255
Opener, Garage Door..................... 106
Operator Manuals (Owner’s Manuals)........... 4
Outside Air Intake....................... 175
Overdrive............................. 189
Overheating, Engine...................... 233
Owner’s Manual.......................4,336
Paint Care............................. 284
Panic Alarm............................ 22
Parking Brake.......................... 195
Passing Light........................... 97
Pets.................................. 56
Placard, Tire and Loading Information......... 207
Power
Deck Lid Release....................... 27
Distribution Center..................... 292
Door Locks........................... 19
Outlet.............................. 112
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